Qorvis Welcomes Ayal Frank as First In-house Lobbyist

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Ayal Frank, veteran lobbyist and strategic communications professional, has joined Qorvis Communications as a managing director. Frank will act as Qorvis' first in-house lobbyist and will help expand government affairs work at Qorvis.

Qorvis, one of the fastest-growing integrated communications agencies in the country, has previously worked closely with Ayal on behalf of domestic and foreign clients, providing government and public affairs services. He has been responsible for developing and implementing legislative strategies as well as media and policy-related initiatives for these clients. He will help merge these experiences to enhance Qorvis' service suite.

"Ayal's background and expertise will help us to further provide legendary service for our international clients," said partner, Matt Lauer. "His unique skill set is perfectly in line with our goals and the needs of our clients. We look forward to working with him on a day-to-day basis now that he is officially a member of the Qorvis team."

Ayal has years of experience on Capitol Hill. He served as the Senior Legislative Assistant to former Representative James Maloney (D-CT) and supported the congressman's work on the House Armed Services Committee. He was also responsible for foreign affairs, trade and veterans' issues for the congressman. Frank also worked in legislative affairs for a DC-based embassy. He has also worked for the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).

Additionally, Qorvis announced that more positions are available. Anyone interested in joining the rapidly growing firm should contact Jessica Bayer at jbayer@qorvis.com.

About Qorvis Communications, LLCQorvis Communications is one of the nation's largest independent, integrated communications firms. Formed in August 2000, Qorvis provides its clients with expertise in the areas of public and media relations, advertising, public affairs, investor relations and financial services communications, grassroots campaigns, Internet-based campaigns, social media strategies, and research and opinion surveys. For more information, visit www.qorvis.com, contact info@qorvis.com or follow us on Twitter: @Qorvis